COLUMBIA DISC GRAPHOPHONE
Columbia put the other talking machine companies to shame when it came to style. Starting in the 1890s, Columbia made a signature of juxtaposing elegant nickel against robust oak. The success of this approach may be viewed here. No other brand of talking machine had THIS much class! The solid brass flower horn has its original nickel-plating -- still in excellent condition. These brass horns frequently become badly worn or dented -- yet this one has survived the past century in simply remarkable condition. The presence of this instrument can only be described as "awesome."
This stunning machine has its original factory finish and decals. Yes, the decals shown here are one hundred years old. It's difficult to imagine how this instrument could be any more well-preserved. The motor has two springs, fully capable of handling any 78 rpm record.
Any speaking of decals-- here's the "Prize Shield" decal on the front panel of the cabinet -- ORIGINAL!
On the side panel, another beautiful original decal.
Columbia pioneered the use of innovative metals in its instruments. Aluminum was relatively new at the time, but Columbia cast its tone arms out of the modern metal to reduce record wear. Here we also see the "Sound Analyzing" soundbox which produces rich, bright music.
And here is the remarkable, quiet-running double spring motor. Note also a little point about phonophan -- our attention to detail is so great, we even polish the cabinet hinges!
The Columbia BI Disc Graphophone -- classic good looks, superb playing quality, super, shimmering nickel horn..
Price: $2450.00 plus s/h, (NY State residents must add tax if applicable).
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